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    District 12 Projects - Greene and Washington counties

    Interstate 79 Waynesburg to Marianna

    Project Status

    Step 2 of 4

    Design

    Next Step:  Construction

    Public Outreach

    Virtual Plans Display

    ​The virtual plans display is available online from December 3, 2025 through December 17, 2025. 

    View the Presentation (PDF)

    Public Comment Period

    The public comment period, where the community is encouraged to respond with questions and concerns, is from December 3, 2025 through December 17, 2025. 

    Submit a Comment

    Project Overview

    County: Greene and Washington
    Municipality: Franklin Township, Washington Township, Amwell Township
    State Route: 0079
    Local Name: Raymond P. Shafer Highway
    Project Type: Pavement and Structure Preservation
    Proposed Construction Start: Summer 2026
    Proposed Construction End: Fall 2027
    Last Updated: 12/03/2025

    Located in Franklin and Washington Townships, Greene County and Amwell Township, Washington County this project begins one-half mile south of the Waynesburg Interchange (Exit 14), proceeds approximately 11.5 miles north through the Ruff Creek Interchange (Exit 19) and ends two miles north of the Marinna/Prosperity Interchange (Exit 23). 

    The scope of work is to maintain and improve the condition of the existing pavement and structures including minor safety enhancements along the corridor. The project is needed to extend the useable service life of the facility.

    The work will be completed in phases under long-term single lane restriction in each direction throughout the duration of construction. Additional travel restrictions will include a temporary lane shift onto the ramps for a limited period, as well as intermittent short-term truck detours and reduced speeds to accommodate the concrete bridge deck restoration at select locations. Ramp detours will be necessary while the interchanges are patched or repaved.

     

    Contact Information

    Derek Ranella, P.E.
    Project Manager
    724-430-4423
    dranella@pa.gov

    Melissa Maczko
    Media Contact
    724-439-7135
    mmaczko@pa.gov

    Accessibility

    The project documents can be made available in alternative languages or formats if requested. If you need translation or interpretation services, have special needs, or have concerns that require individual attention, please contact the Project Manager listed above.

    Title VI

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